The Ministry of Security announced on Monday the strengthening of preventive programs in the country’s border areas to fight crimes such as human trafficking. The entity announced new resources for the delegations of Los Chiles, Upala, San Carlos, Talamanca, La Cruz, Sarapiquí, Corredores, and Coto Brus.
The investment will prevent problems such as violence and crime on issues such as human trafficking, sexual exploitation, domestic violence, and bullying,”
said the entity.
Deputy Minister Eduardo Solano explained that the beneficiary delegations correspond to the areas with the lowest social development index, so they hope to continue strengthening the offices that serve migratory zones.
The authorities delivered new vehicles, electronic equipment, and furniture that were donated by the General Directorate of Migration and Immigration.
Minister Michael Soto stressed that the country must understand that many citizens flee from neighboring countries due to different social crises and that they should give optimal conditions to deal with this.
Although it doesn’t seem like much, it’s a lot. This will facilitate work and it is a good opportunity. Prevention is necessary in order to reduce crime rates in the medium term,”
said Soto.